Lakers consider Kevin Love as potential final offseason addition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers may pursue Kevin Love for their last free agency addition after failing to acquire Jonathan Kuminga. Love remains unsigned and could provide valuable rebounding, scoring, and championship experience for the team this season. General Manager Rob Pelinka is focused on enhancing the roster by potentially waiving or trading players to accommodate Love or other candidates. As the offseason progresses, Love's history and skill set suggest he could fill a critical role for the Lakers, especially in mentoring younger players.
- •Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga this offseason.
- •Kevin Love, 37, remains available and unsigned.
- •Love brings rebounding and shooting experience.
- •Other potential additions include several NBA veterans.
- •Lakers aim to comply with roster limits through trades or waivers.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Love Tied To Lakers As Potential Alternative To Jonathan Kuminga
"Lakers could pursue Kevin Love as final free agent addition.
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